Helen O'Donnell

Helen O'Donnell is an experienced media professional currently serving as the Director of Development and Head of Development at BBC Studios Ltd's TalentWorks, a label focused on partnering with digital talent to create new content and IP. O'Donnell's career includes significant roles such as Board Trustee for VAULT Festival and Advisory Board Member for VidCon, along with a prior position as Senior Marketing Manager at BBC Worldwide. Notable projects include the BBC Sounds podcasts like "Eddie Hearn No Passion No Point" and "Strictly Come Dancing The Official Podcast." O'Donnell has earned multiple awards, including the Most Disruptive Event for the Pinterest partnership in 2022 and recognition for successful marketing initiatives in the BBCW Global Awards and ICE Awards. An alumna of The University of Sheffield with a BA in Architecture, O'Donnell has a diverse background in brand management and content development.